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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V57 GCNMOT history

V57 GCN is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 147,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

V57 GCN blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
147,115 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V57 GCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V57 GCN was last recorded at 147,115 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,115 miles · 26 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,115 miles
  • 2025 – 145,230 miles
  • 2024 – 143,017 miles
  • 2023 – 141,610 miles
  • 2022 – 140,408 miles
  • 2021 – 138,924 miles
  • 2020 – 137,478 miles
  • 2019 – 135,900 miles
  • 2018 – 133,142 miles
  • 2017 – 125,623 miles
  • 2016 – 125,514 miles
  • 2015 – 121,431 miles
  • 2014 – 118,554 miles
  • 2013 – 114,454 miles
  • 2012 – 108,108 miles
  • 2011 – 102,693 miles
  • 2010 – 95,666 miles
  • 2009 – 88,536 miles
  • 2008 – 80,174 miles
  • 2007 – 76,515 miles
  • 2006 – 71,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,115 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both rear bump stops missing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    147,115 miles
    Test number
    209427859736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,115 miles (+1,885)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,115 miles
    Test number
    744782388159
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective gear box mounting holed

  3. Pass145,230 miles (+2,213)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    145,230 miles
    Test number
    700404444410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,017 miles (+1,407)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    143,017 miles
    Test number
    573927232457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,610 miles (+1,202)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    141,610 miles
    Test number
    784518056765
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals damp.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear body mounts corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/R 3rd body mount heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass140,408 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    140,408 miles
    Test number
    104676707440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security 3rd mount back holed. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement steady arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded.

  7. Fail140,408 miles (+1,484)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,408 miles
    Test number
    676641689207
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security 3rd mount back holed. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement steady arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded.

  8. Pass138,924 miles (+3)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    138,924 miles
    Test number
    298287520261
    • AdvisoryGearbox support cross memeber corroded and holed both sides.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cacking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel joints slightly leaking oil.
    • AdvisoryRear axle bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember heavily corroded and hole but not within any prescribed areas.

  9. Fail138,921 miles (+1,443)7 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,921 miles
    Test number
    517645527103
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outriggers to chassis heavliy corroded and holed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper bush. (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outriggers to chassis is heavily corroded and holed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox support cross memeber corroded and holed both sides.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cacking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low.
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel joints slightly leaking oil.
    • AdvisoryRear axle bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember heavily corroded and hole but not within any prescribed areas.

  10. Pass137,478 miles (+1,578)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    137,478 miles
    Test number
    926029681030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rear part of the wheel arch corroded, but not within a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bump stop missing.

  11. Pass135,900 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,900 miles
    Test number
    387023867776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,898 miles (+2,756)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,898 miles
    Test number
    219599197769
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass133,142 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    133,142 miles
    Test number
    963910002912
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s front and both rear tyres are cracking on sidewalls near rim
    • AdvisoryVehicle is fully undersealed inc brake and fuel pipes

  14. Fail133,140 miles (+7,517)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,140 miles
    Test number
    298723905216
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s front and both rear tyres are cracking on sidewalls near rim
    • AdvisoryVehicle is fully undersealed inc brake and fuel pipes

  15. Pass125,623 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    125,623 miles
    Test number
    683168343646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass125,514 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    125,514 miles
    Test number
    598965032470
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a hanger broken off.
    • AdvisoryWipers torn on edges.

  17. Fail125,514 miles (+4,083)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,514 miles
    Test number
    131435270231
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a hanger broken off.
    • AdvisoryWipers torn on edges.

  18. Pass121,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    121,431 miles
    Test number
    358612645152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail121,431 miles (+2,877)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,431 miles
    Test number
    146052935135
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass118,554 miles (+4,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    118,554 miles
    Test number
    385142724107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

  21. Pass114,454 miles (+6,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    114,454 miles
    Test number
    255174013442
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass108,108 miles (+5,415)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    108,108 miles
    Test number
    177065212162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass102,693 miles (+7,027)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    102,693 miles
    Test number
    518848911135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,666 miles (+7,130)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,666 miles
    Test number
    462909010100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass88,536 miles (+8,362)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    88,536 miles
    Test number
    471160829158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail80,174 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,174 miles
    Test number
    323281028113
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass80,174 miles (+3,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    80,174 miles
    Test number
    934801428173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass76,515 miles (+5,171)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,515 miles
    Test number
    443642767100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass71,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    71,344 miles
    Test number
    523748666164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V57 GCN

Does V57 GCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V57 GCN is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V57 GCN?
The MOT on V57 GCN is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V57 GCN done?
V57 GCN was recorded at 147,115 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 3,797 miles a year.
Has V57 GCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V57 GCN has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V57 GCN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V57 GCN find?
V57 GCN passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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